Steven Hovland, a certified public accountant who works with Dalby, Wendland & Co. in Grand Junction, has earned diplomate status with the American Board of Forensic Accounting. The American College of Forensic Examiners Institute (ACFEI) awards the designation to professionals who meet requirements for knowledge, training, skill and experience in the forensic sciences. An association […]
A measure of construction activity in the United States declined in the fourth quarter of 2011, but remains well ahead of last year. Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) fell from 8.1 months to 7.8 months. The latest reading is 3.2 percent lower than the third quarter of 2011, but […]
A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners continues to increase. But with levels higher a year ago, a significantly more upbeat outlook has yet to emerge. The National Federation of Independent Business reported that its Small Business Optimism Index edged up a tenth of a point in January to 93.9. But even with gains in […]
A monthly index tracking conditions for small businesses in Colorado increased in January, kicking off a year in which most economic growth is expected to come from within the state. “Most of Colorado’s 2012 economic growth will be generated internally, as the overall U.S. economy will provide little boost,” said Jeff Thredgold, a corporate economist […]
An annual benefit event in Palisade featuring fine foods, wines and spirits has a presenting sponsor in an international corporation that sells spirits. Rémy Martin will sponsor Edesia, set for March 18 at the Wine Country Inn. While best known for its cognacs, the company sells a variety of other beverages. The company will showcase […]
Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction has been awarded a contract to market U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) listings for PEMCO. Bray Real Estate will serve as a local listing broker in Mesa as well as Delta, Garfield and Montrose counties. “This is a great opportunity for our company, and we look […]
Christi Reece and Britta Essman, broker associates at Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction, attended a four-day conference of the Council of Residential Specialists in Phoenix. Since 1989, the Sell-a-bration educational event has offered residential Realtors an annual forum at which to learn new information, share proven practices and network with other professionals. Less than […]
New Life Chiropractic in Grand Junction has scheduled free workshops on rehabilitation exercises and trigger point massage. A workshop on rehabilitation exercises is planned for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at New Life Chiropractic, located at 2532 Patterson Road, No. 15. A workshop on trigger point massage is set for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 21. For more […]
Oakley Gallery offers artist-made cards, miniature works of original art and other Valentine’s Day gifts. “Want the people you care about to believe that you do? Invest that extra bit of heart to find a unique Valentine’s gift, something that will last longer than roses or chocolate,” said Sara Oakley, director of the downtown Grand […]
Osburn Cabinets & Design in Grand Junction offers a free service that allows customers a computerized version of a test drive to try out various kitchen designs and building materials before spending a dime. The Visualize 2 Realize virtual kitchen system allows customers to see what their kitchens would look like with materials they select. […]